Career ServicesYOUR Resource

Julie WayCareer Advisor

Develop Your Career Choose to Use Your Career Services

Michigan Tech Career Services…◦We’re on your team◦We talk to companies and recruiters◦We educate ourselves◦We educate, mentor, and guide students◦We plan and organize 2 valuable career

fairs◦We host numerous recruiters for interviews

almost daily◦We strive to help as many students as

possible attain their dream job during and after their education experience

CAREER SERVICES PARTNERS

CAREER SERVICES PARTNERS

Career Services Provides numerous campus-wide services:

Educational Seminars Job Search Resumes Interviews Plant trip visits Career Fair Prep Networking

Business and Dining Etiquette Dinners

Interview Skills Week

Resume Blitz MUB - Fall and Spring Semester Residence Halls - Spring Semester Interview Skills Week

Career Services Provides one on one help with all

your career development needs:

“My Plan” A personal assessment toolResume and cover letter writing Interview coaching and practicing Job Search Strategies including our on-line

recruiting software – NACElinkCareer Fair PrepOn-campus interview schedulingOffer negotiation and benefits evaluationBusiness etiquette adviceNetworking Skills

The ResumeCreate an Outstanding and Effective Resume

The first and perhaps the most vital step in preparing yourself for a successful job search is to create a powerful resume that will open doors and generate interviews.

And you’ll want a powerfully effective and

attractive resume because:

 “On average, most recruiters spend about 30 seconds scanning a resume and cover letter before sending it to the “yes” or “no” pile.”

What do employers want from me?Employers are looking for people with these Top 10

skills and experiences:

Co-op and/or Internship Experience Teamwork and interpersonal skills Communication skills (both written and oral) Leadership experience Strong work ethic Computer Skills & Technical skills Motivation & Initiative (can you think outside the box?) Problem solving/Analytical skills Flexibility/adaptability Accomplishments/Achievements Confidence

Your resume should provide EVIDENCE that you possessmany of these skills

Evidence

Use your resume to provide evidence of the skills companies are looking for.

Provide detailed examples.

If you don’t have many of those skills, start developing them NOW!

At the Top:CONTACT INFORMATION

Make it easy for recruiter to find you

Include name, permanent and/or school address, telephone number, e-mail address

Avoid information that is about to expire

E-mail address should be business-like

URL of personal webpage may be included, if only professional information and images

How do I create a resume?Consider the following categories:

Objective - what you want to do, who you want to work for

Education - schools, locations, degrees, dates, GPAs

Co-Op and/or Internship Experience – who you worked for and what you did

Project Experiences - Enterprise, Senior Design, Coursework, Extra-Curricular

Leadership Experience - project manager, campus involvement, university athletics

Work Experience - paid, unpaid, volunteer

Skills - Computer, Technical, Language

Accomplishments - don’t be shy

Activities – Hobbies, personal interests, music , (Broomball)

EDUCATION

Michigan Technological University Houghton, MI

B.S. Electrical Engineering Expected May 2009

Minor:Concentration: Focus:GPA 3.1

CO-OP/INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE

Caterpillar, Inc. Peoria, IL

Manufacturing Co-op Engineer 2008 Researched Designed Processed Fabricated Tested Identified Programmed Assembled Repaired Upgraded

ENTERPRISE/SENIOR DESIGN/PROJECT EXPERIENCE

Michigan Tech University Enterprise Program – SAE Formula One

Project: Fuel Systems Team

Objective: to design and build a small formula style race car that will compete in a national competition against 100+ technical universities and colleges

Methods: Working on a team of 10 Researching and analyzing fuel injection systems Identifying optimal systems for use in car Designing and tuning engine systems using GTPower Fabricated efficient fuel system and installed in race car

Results: successfully built race car that beat the pants off of all our competition

ACCOMPLISHMENTS/ACHIEVEMENTSLEADERSHIP/VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE Scholarships Awards Honors Certifications 4-H Honor Society Boy Scouts Athletic Teams Missions Church Youth Group Martial Arts Aviation Entrepreneurial Experience

COMPUTER SKILLS

Operating systems: Windows (98, XP) UNIX

Programming: Java,C++, C, Fortran, Assembly

Software: Mathematica, CADKEY, DATACAD, Matlab, MathCAD, Verilog, UGNX, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Labview, Star Office

WORK EXPERIENCE

ABC Electrical Company Anytown, MIElectrician Assistant Summers 2006,

2007 Installed electric service Designed circuits from blueprints Wired outlets, lights, switches, hot water heater

Country Diner Anytown, MIChief Cook and Bottle Washer Summer 2005

REFERENCES

NameTitleDepartmentCompany/University/OrganizationAddressAddressPhoneemail

Facebook – just not a good idea

Do a careful reading and observation of your web presence.

Ensure your public or social web space is a positive reflection of you.◦What you think is cute and funny, may be interpreted in a completely different way by your audience.

Or…seriously consider removing any personal social networking websites at this time.

The Interview:“So…tell me about yourself”

Is the first question an interviewer asks in the vast majority of times… Develop and memorize a 60 second infomercial. This is where you set the tone for the interview.

Make the next half hour a pleasant one for your interviewer by smiling, and being confident and enthusiastic.

Tell STORIES about your academic, professional, and personal background.

Be unique and funny if you can.

Your Turn… Be sure to ask intelligent, informed

questions of your interviewer. This shows you know their company and you’re making an educated decision to work for them.

Some Sample Questions: Ask about a specific project you know the company is working on. What is the company’s biggest challenge at this time. Where would the company like to be in 5 years? Ask your interviewer about his position and work history with the

company. Ask about professional development opportunities Ask about advancement opportunities

Finally – Don’t forget to send an immediate THANK YOU letter. This is appreciated and expected!

Co-op and Internship EducationThe single most important

qualification on your resumeInvaluable experiential education

for students Important recruiting tool for

employersAbout 85% of Co-op students

receive a full-time job offer from the company they co-op for

Two Annual Career Fairs:The 2010 Michigan Tech Career Fair is

February 22, 2011

Hundreds of companies travel to Houghton to entice, meet, and interview you!

They’ll all be in one place – The SDC

They offer casual, informal pre and post Career Fair informational sessions

Check out our website for who’s coming

Then…

Prepare and Plan Identify 5 – 10 target companies

Do your homework! Research the company in order to determine what they’re doing and how you’ll benefit them

Practice that 60 second “infomercial”

Let them SEE that you’re serious: Suit Tie Dress shirt Good shoes Impeccably groomed

NACElink

Connect with companies who want YOU…with YOUR recruiting software NACElink

 

This software will help you manage and publish your resume, search job postings, and connect with hundreds of employers from around the world.

Upload your new or renewed resume to NACElink soon!

Go to www.career.mtu.edu

A Lot to Think About…

It’s never too early to start thinking about and

planning for your future.

You’re not alone…we’re here to help you.

Choose to use your Career Services Resources.

Visit us at Career Services Located in the Harold Meese Center on Houghton Avenue

Office Hours: Monday – Friday… 8 am – 5 pm

Call for an appointment @ 487-2313

Check out our website – www.career.mtu.edu